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Leighanna Light
9-4:30
Thursday

1281 - Funky Found-Object Canvas Village

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$ 135 Plus $10 materials fee  

 

In this workshop we will create our very own imaginary village using a variety of techniques to build thick deep layers on 8 x 8 canvases. We will use paint, paper, fabric, fibers, found objects & gel to create amazing depth & dimension. Learn many new tips & tricks including how to obtain a beautiful encaustic look without using messy hot wax & crock pots. Please join us for a fun, relaxing day of inspiration & art making! This is a project oriented workshop. You should be able to leave with at least one finished canvas, 3 if you work fast!

Supply List
--three 8 x 8 or 6 x 12 stretched canvases, with at least a 1 1/2 inch edge. An inexpensive source for this is www.cheapjoes.com, look for Joe’s prime really good canvas, extra deep. A package of 5 is $14.49 plus shipping. (You can also work over a canvas that has already been painted.)
--At least 4 oz. of regular gel medium, semi gloss or matte. Golden brand is easy to find & a wonderful product.
--4 oz. of PVA glue (www.booksbyhand.com, under tools & supplies)
--4 oz. of white gesso
--Several paint brushes, a ruler, & scissors
--A small pallet knife
--A heat gun
--A FEW of your favorite acrylic paints (if everyone brings 2 or 3 & is willing to share, we should be fine)
--A variety of small found objects to embed into your canvas, flat game pieces, lace, fabric, metal, buttons & gears
--A variety of papers, dictionary pages, old handwriting, maps, wallpaper, decorative papers will all work well.

A NoTe ABouT SuPpliEs
I bring plenty of images, ephemera & small found objects for everyone to use. However, I believe that it is important to have some materials to work with that you are familiar with & comfortable using. Therefore, I ask that you bring some images & ephemera that you love to work with. Also, we usually end up having a community pile for everyone to use, so please bring extras to share. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at lklight@copper.net.

 

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